The 2nd Annual Simon’s Surf City 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, April 24, 2027 at 9AM; rain or shine. All net proceeds from the event equally benefit the Simon J. Mariani Foundation, Inc. (Foundation) and the Surf City Volunteer Fire Department & EMS Co #1 (Fire Department), both IRS Code Section 501(c)(3) not for-profit charitable tax-exempt organizations. The Foundation (1) awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors, both men and women, who possess and demonstrate Simon’s Heart of a Champion; who are attending a college or university; the military or a vocational trade school; (2) recognizes graduating middle school students; (3) makes grants to individuals and/or families who have suffered an unforeseen hardship and (4) provides grants and assistance to other charitable IRS Code Section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations and local municipality programs and activities. Simon J. Mariani Foundation, Inc The Fire Department provides fire, water rescue, and EMS services year-round to residents of Surf City and the surrounding communities. They respond to approximately 1,000 total fire, water rescue and EMS occurrences annually. Surf City Volunteer Fire Department & EMS Co #1 A great flat course through the shore town streets of Surf City, NJ; a certified distance of 5K and a route that starts and ends at the Surf City Fire House, 713 Long Beach Boulevard, Surf City, NJ. All runners and walkers are welcome! Race shirts will be provided to all participants that register by 4/1/2027. All participants will also receive a finisher medal! Awards will be given to the top 3 overall Male and Female finishers as well as the top 1 Male and Female finishers in 10 year age groups. Packet Pick-Up available at the Surf City Fire House, 713 Long Beach Blvd, Surf City, NJ Friday, 4/23/2027, 3-7pm Saturday (Race Day), 4/24/2027, starting at 7am A virtual anytime anywhere race option is also available. Various sponsorships are available please email info@simonjmarianifoundation.org
Course & Travel Notes
☀️ Typically 57°F / 44°F · 33% chance of rain
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Race Travel Insurance
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When is Simon’s Surf City 5K Run/Walk 2027 — Surf City, NJ?
Simon’s Surf City 5K Run/Walk 2027 — Surf City, NJ takes place on April 24, 2027. The race is held in Surf City, New Jersey.
Where is Simon’s Surf City 5K Run/Walk 2027 — Surf City, NJ held?
Simon’s Surf City 5K Run/Walk 2027 — Surf City, NJ is held at 713 Long Beach Boulevard in Surf City, New Jersey.
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